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Oklahoma National Stockyards - Oklahoma City, OK - Close

Tue, 04 Apr 2017 11:45:17 CDT

Feeder Cattle Auction Report for 04/03/2017

Actual Receipts: 6,334 Last Week: 6,104 Year ago: 6,736

Compared to last week: Feeder steers trading steady to 4.00 lower with exception to 900-1000 lb steers bringing 1.00 higher. Feeder heifers sold steady to 2.00 lower. Steer and heifer calves 1.00-3.00 higher on a limited test. Demand moderate. Heavy weight feeders that require much less time in the yards continue to be in higher demand though. Much of the state received much needed moisture over the weekend making for muddy conditions in the lots. Quality average to attractive. Feeder supply included 63 percent Steers, 36 percent Heifers, and 1 percent Bulls. Feeder Supply over 600 lbs was 72 percent.